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How do you handle an awkward moment when you're performing stand-up comedy?

Mara MacGowan

When I'm doing stand-up comedy and there's an awkward moment, I handle it by staying calm and thinking quickly. I might make a joke about the situation to make people laugh and feel more comfortable.

For example, if I forget a joke or stumble over my words, I might say "Oops, looks like my brain is taking a break! Let's all take a deep breath and try again." This can help to break the tension and make the audience feel more connected to me.

If someone in the audience says something rude or offensive, I try not to let it get to me. I might respond with something like "Thanks for your input, but I'm up here trying to make people laugh, not get into an argument!" And then move on with my routine.

The most important thing is to not let a small awkward moment ruin my performance. I always remind myself that everyone has off days and that mistakes happen. As long as I keep a positive attitude and stay focused on making people laugh, everything will turn out okay.